Medical Assistant Instructor - Part Time

Unitek Learning is a leading healthcare education organization focused on preparing the next generation of nurses and healthcare professionals.

About the role

We are looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team of MA faculty teaching the next generation. The position is part-time evening shift with daily responsibilities on campus. This position will provide fully prepared current instruction that meets desired learning outcomes, academic advising and career-related counseling to students, actively engage in retention activities, and provide support for program and institutional initiatives.

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 5:30 PM–9:45 PM (varies based on campus needs).

Pay

$31–$34/hour, based on experience and needs of the program.

Responsibilities

• Educate and provide technological and academic training to students.
• Ensure students are aware of the competencies necessary for all objectives in the syllabus.
• Design and carry out a lesson plan for each class taught that recognizes students’ abilities, learning styles, and provides accommodation for individual student differences.
• Always exhibit World Class Service when working with students as well as coworkers.
• Analyze outward signs of problems that students may have that inhibit their achievement and take appropriate action.
• Refer students to campus director or student services to overcome those traits that appear to be keeping the student from a high level of achievement.
• Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling.
• Use a variety of means of evaluation to support student abilities (cooperative learning, reports, and team work).
• Provide input and participate in academic committees formed for the purpose of enrichment of both the programs and student life on campus.
• Support all company initiatives by process and procedure as communicated.
• Work and communicate effectively with all campus departmental staff.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Comply with all State, Department of Education, and accreditation regulations.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma; advanced education or college degree preferred but will consider candidates with equivalent experience.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (RMA, CMA, NRCMA) preferred.
• Three demonstrable years of hands-on clinical experience in the medical assistant role.
• Current knowledge of Medical Assistant practice.
• Ability to mentor a highly diverse student population.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Experience with learning management systems such as Canvas preferred.
• Proficient in interpersonal oral presentation; excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 2 weeks’ starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service with company.
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance at 1× your annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program.